Disney names theme parks boss Josh D’Amaro as its – Business News
Josh D’Amaro, the longtime Disney govt who runs the company’s international theme parks and experiences business, has been tapped as the following chief govt of The Walt Disney Company, ending Bob Iger’s long and intently watched succession saga on the leisure giant, the company introduced.
Disney’s board unanimously voted to raise D’Amaro, 54, the chairman of Disney Experiences, to CEO efficient March 18, 2026, when he’ll formally succeed Iger on the company’s annual assembly, the company stated in a assertion.
Josh D’Amaro has been named as Disney’s new CEO. Getty Images
Bob Iger has named his successor. Getty Images for Disney
At the identical time, Dana Walden, the co-chair of Disney Entertainment, will tackle a newly created function as president and chief inventive officer, reporting on to D’Amaro and overseeing storytelling and inventive strategy throughout the company.
Iger, who returned to the CEO function in 2022 after his handpicked successor Bob Chapek was ousted, will stay on Disney’s board and serve as a senior adviser till his retirement on Dec. 31, 2026, the company stated.
